Across all Lower Valley Reach Areas, we have had a fantastic summer of fun inviting families to join in a range of fun and free activities. This included footgolf at Bradley Park, a Rex cinema event, swimming at Plains Pool, pond dipping and den building at Cromwell Bottom and big Games at Hollywell Green.

Each activity was fully booked and thoroughly enjoyed by all that attended. We received some fantastic feedback:

“Enjoyed the sessions offered today. Children interacted well as a group and learnt new things about nature and the woodland area.”

“Absolutely loved this activity, both my children really enjoyed it, it was different, great activity would highly recommend.”

“Brilliant! Lovely to get out and have a play. Lovely atmosphere, well run and a lovely lunch provided! Thank you”

“A brilliant start to the summer, very well organised.”

“Lovely set up, with lots to do. Very helpful staff helping show the children how to use the activities. PACKED LUNCH WENT DOWN WELL. Good for all ages.”

Thank you to all staff who supported these events and worked hard behind the scenes to ensure that they were successful and enjoyed by all.

On to the next lot of planning now!

Vacancies available at Wellholme Park Children Centre.

Are you looking for exceptional childcare in a home from home environment? Then look no further.

We are open Monday – Friday 50 weeks of the year from 7.45am-17.45pm.

We offer places for 2 and 3 year old funding, we also accept childcare vouchers.

If you would like more information please contact Jenni Langford on 01484 714768 or jennifer.langford@nhpltd.org.uk

A huge thank you to everybody who attended the Lower Valley Children’s Centre’s Summer Events, a special thank you to those of you who took the time to complete an impact evaluation form.

Completing this form helps us in planning and facilitating future events, so all feedback is greatly appreciated.

Well done to our winners Nicola and Ayda! We hope you enjoy your trip to Gulliver’s Theme Park 😊

Join us in challenging some common misconceptions about breastfeeding, and let’s spread accurate information to support all the amazing mums out there.

Think you know the facts from the fiction? Test your knowledge with our quiz.

Interested in Volunteering for us? Or would like to gain some new experience and skills?

Then why not book your place on our upcoming Volunteer Course

Wednesday 4^th and 11^th of October, 12 – 2pm at Ash Green Children’s Centre, HX2 8RX.

If you would like to attend our next course please follow the link below or scan the QR on the flyer to book your place.

Volunteering Course Application Form (typeform.com)

For more information about volunteering with Sure Start please click here…

Are you pregnant or just wanting to learn more about supporting a breastfeeding family member?

There are two exciting antenatal breastfeeding classes available to attend.

See the posters below for more information…

In support of Sugar Smart September, North Halifax Partnership Children’s Centres are helping to raise awareness of the amount of sugar contained in everyday products and how to make healthier choices.

Our Sugar Smart display and resources will be travelling around all our Children’s Centres and Stay and Play group sessions.

Parents will be invited to take part in our Sugar Smart quiz and be entered into a free prize draw, which will be drawn at the end of October.

Want a helping hand to make healthier choices?

Download the NHS food scanner app! With a speedy scan of your family’s favourite foods, you can find healthier swaps for next time you shop!

#BetterHealthForFamilies

We are excited to share that as part of our mission to look after our planet, Wellholme Park Children’s Centre are working alongside TerraCycle UK and Philips UK & Ireland to recycle dental care products.

The scheme allows us to recycle various products such as toothbrushes, electric toothbrush heads and dental floss containers.

Please visit the link below to see a complete list of items that are accepted and can be brought into our centre:

https://www.terracycle.com/en-GB/brigades/philips-uk

Chloe started volunteering with North Halifax Partnership to gain experience in a daycare setting with  the aim of gaining employment in the Early Years Sector.

Chloe volunteered with North Halifax Partnership for six months at Kevin Pearce Children’s Centre, before being placed in the daycare team as a Daycare Assistant.

Read Chloe’s story…

Chloe had previously studied childcare when leaving school, but did not complete the qualification due to a change in circumstances and began working an office-based job. Chloe applied for an Early Years Practitioner post within one of our centres but was advised to gain some additional experience through the support North Halifax Partnership offers. This gave Chloe the confidence and skills to take this next step of her journey and start her new venture in Early Years.

Progression timeline

· Volunteered at Kevin Pearce Children’s Centre as a Daycare Assistant for 6 months.

· Joined the sessional workers list and covered  regular hours for 4 months.

· Secured a permanent Early Years Practitioner post at Innovations Children’s Centre.

“I enjoyed volunteering because it gave me a true insight into the role I wanted to get into. The team at Kevin Pearce made me feel so welcome and I felt I was a member of the team. They taught me so much.”

“It was a really good experience and helped me get the post I wanted. Without this experience I don’t think I would have been successful. I feel like I have improved how I communicate with different people. I have also learnt how to adapt activities for children effectively.”

– Chloe, Volunteer

“Chloe started to volunteer in the Mini Movers room one day a week. From the get go she was confident and fit right in with the babies routines and was capable of doing all the tasks asked of her.

She was part of the team and took part in tuff tray challenges and providing creative and sensory opportunities to a high standard.

Chloe was flexible and was able to work when needed to cover in the Early Years Unit following the routine of the older children.”

– Volunteer Supervisor

For online courses to help you understand how your child might be feeling about going back to school go to inourplace.co.uk and enter the code TKPARENTS.